Better wire splices
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Better wire splices
Some time ago I wired some auxiliary backup lights into the trailer light circuit on my pickup. I used one of those little taps that you squeeze with a pair of pliers. Some time ago they stopped working (like 5 years ago!) and I finally got around to getting down into the wiring to test them and see why. Well, here's why.
The top wire is the trailer backup wire, the bottom one was the one going to the aux lamps.
Now they're connected with a waterproof butt splice connector, from West Marine. These things are great - you crimp them and then heat them up (a propane torch on low works well) and the adhesive melts and fuses everything together for a completely waterproof splice. They're pricey at almost $5 for 3 of them, but to waterproof a connection, they're worth it.
http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs/st ... Qgodh0YAzA
I also used them for extending a wire antenna outside - it's critical that the connection not oxidize or corrode or it affects the transmitter, so these things are excellent for that too.
The top wire is the trailer backup wire, the bottom one was the one going to the aux lamps.
Now they're connected with a waterproof butt splice connector, from West Marine. These things are great - you crimp them and then heat them up (a propane torch on low works well) and the adhesive melts and fuses everything together for a completely waterproof splice. They're pricey at almost $5 for 3 of them, but to waterproof a connection, they're worth it.
http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs/st ... Qgodh0YAzA
I also used them for extending a wire antenna outside - it's critical that the connection not oxidize or corrode or it affects the transmitter, so these things are excellent for that too.
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09 Yamaha Grizzly 700 FI 4x4 EPS
Re: Better wire splices
They also had them at Tractor Supply!! Which is on Dry Creek.
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Regards,
Ken Hower
RTF Director
http://www.rubicontrail.org/
Regards,
Ken Hower
RTF Director
http://www.rubicontrail.org/
Re: Better wire splices
Cool - I haven't been over there yet. I keep meaning to drop in and check them out. As it was, I kept meaning to stop in at West Marine in Rocklin. When we were visiting Salt Lake last week, there was a West Marine right there in front of me in Midvale, UT so I popped in and got them! Long way to go for 3 connectors!
Wherever I go, there I am
Paynes Creek 2016!
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16 Yamaha Wolverine R-Spec EPS SE
09 Yamaha Grizzly 700 FI 4x4 EPS
Paynes Creek 2016!
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16 Yamaha Wolverine R-Spec EPS SE
09 Yamaha Grizzly 700 FI 4x4 EPS
Re: Better wire splices
a waterproof quick splice.. why did it take me so long to hear bout these.
09 can-am renegade
Re: Better wire splices
I use the marine heat shrink tubing on just about everything. Has a "glue" on the inside, so not only does it shrink around the wire, but the adhesive gets tacky and sticks to the wire sealing out water. Works great. Harbor Freight sells it too, in those multi pack kits.
'15 Can Am Maverick XRS DPS
Re: Better wire splices
i think blm has( Harbor Freight) tattooed over his heart!!!Kendo wrote:Harbor Freight sells it too
South Side Keeper
Paynes Creek 2017
Paynes Creek 2017
Re: Better wire splices
OK, so why didn't I hear about these from you guys already???
Wherever I go, there I am
Paynes Creek 2016!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
16 Yamaha Wolverine R-Spec EPS SE
09 Yamaha Grizzly 700 FI 4x4 EPS
Paynes Creek 2016!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
16 Yamaha Wolverine R-Spec EPS SE
09 Yamaha Grizzly 700 FI 4x4 EPS
Re: Better wire splices
Cause they suck...lol
The last words spoken before a YouTube video is filmed: "Hold my beer, now watch this..."
Regards,
Ken Hower
RTF Director
http://www.rubicontrail.org/
Regards,
Ken Hower
RTF Director
http://www.rubicontrail.org/
Re: Better wire splices
I'll remember that the next time someone needs ball joints swapped out of their A arms.....Ken wrote:Cause they suck...lol
'15 Can Am Maverick XRS DPS
Re: Better wire splices
Where else can I turn a ball joint into a socket mold....LOL..
I have to admit..that was funny...I have to take a picture of that one and share.
I have to admit..that was funny...I have to take a picture of that one and share.
The last words spoken before a YouTube video is filmed: "Hold my beer, now watch this..."
Regards,
Ken Hower
RTF Director
http://www.rubicontrail.org/
Regards,
Ken Hower
RTF Director
http://www.rubicontrail.org/
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